World Cup Opener: Brazil 3 Croatia 1

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Nervy Brazil fell behind to an 11th-minute Marcelo own goal in the opening game of the World Cup against Croatia on Thursday, but got back on level terms thanks to a sublime Neymar strike just before the half-hour mark at the Corinthians arena.

Roared on by a fanatical home support, Brazil gradually exerted control over the Group A opener and went in to the halftime break looking more like the team many expect to win a record-extending sixth World Cup.

The host nation took the lead on a Neymar penalty kick in the 70th minute. Oscar made it 3-1 on a solo dash in extra time.